Published in 1999, revised in 2001, "Mayo Clinic On Arthritis" is committed to helping you live more productively and comfortably with arthritis. The book focuses on osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, but is useful to people with other types of arthritis as well. physicians nurses research scientists therapists and other health care professionals
The basis for the information in the book, which ultimately promotes self-help, is the experience of Mayo Clinic:
Array of helpful advice offered
Advice is offered on understanding arthritis, protecting your joints, exercising properly, controlling pain, healthful diet and nutrition, traveling with arthritis, and working with arthritis. The mind-body connection and the impact of emotions, stress, and relaxation is also explored in "Mayo Clinic On Arthritis". The spectrum of treatments available for arthritis including medications, surgery, and alternative approaches is detailed along with information on the newest treatments trends.
Recommended by Arthritis Foundation
"Mayo Clinic On Arthritis" is recommended by the Arthritis Foundation. The book is written in a conversational style and is easy to read and understand. The 180-page book is comprehensive and packed with valuable information tapped from the experts. Since 1983, the Mayo Clinic has published health information including various award-winning newsletters, books, and online services. It is highly regarded as a reliable health information resource. The editor-in-chief of "Mayo Clinic On Arthritis", Gene G. Hunder, M.D., is a practicing arthritis specialist at Mayo Clinic and an authority on rheumatology. Hunder worked closely with over two dozen Mayo Clinic colleagues in preparation for this book which is an excellent resource for arthritis patients.
